Jacob - Louisville, KY

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When I was looking for what college I wanted to go to my sophomore year, I was looking for somewhere that I could proudly say that's where I got my degree from. When I visited campbellsville university I felt like that's where the lord was wanting me and I had an amazing feeling like this is somewhere I can tell my kids that they should go there too because of the welcoming atmosphere there. I also loved that the teachers weren't scared to give you their contact info if I had any questions about the university and that made me feel relieved.

Logan - Greensburg KY

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Throughout my experience at Campbellsville University, I haven't ever had a problem with any of my professors. They were there for me whenever and for whatever I needed them for. The good part about the small school of Campbellsville University is the ability to have the one and one connection with the professors, which makes getting through their classes a lot easier and less stressful.

Khadijah from Vine Grove, KY

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

If you ever have a problem with anything there are plenty of people that you can go and talk to, to receive the help that you are looking for. In each of the villages there are resident directors that will be there to help you whenever you call them, as well as in the dorms. Campbellsville is all about keeping the students safe and secure while being away from home because for many this is going to be there home until the school year is over.

Greek Life

Being that we are a Christian University, we do not have fraternities and sororities but with all of the clubs and activities that we have to offer, who needs them! There are so many better thing s that the students do throughout the year, that fraternities and sororities are the last thing on out minds!

Clubs and Activities

There is a little bit of everything for everybody. All you have to do is just find what you like, and if there isn't a club for it, then create it. Campbellsville is all about allowing the students the freedom to come together!!! There are many activities that are offered throughout the semester and it is up to you to take advantage of them!

What to do for fun

There is always something to do for fun in Campbellsville! We have a movie theatre about two minutes from campus along with Sonics, delicious restaurants, and a little shopping plaza!

Food and Dining

We are actually in the process of creating more doing places so the students will have more options to eat at throughout the day. Of course we have the cafeteria and the best days are Tiger Burger days! You will see so many people in the cafeteria it's hard not to make new friends! And also on the nights when there is the pasta bake and chicken wing night be prepared to talk to people you may have never seen on campus! Everyone basically goes to the cafeteria around the same time and it is one of the best experiences!

Dorm Life

I stay in the Women's Village Phase I and it is the best experience. It is like living in your own apartment with five other girls. There are three bathrooms and two people to a room, and many of the female have an open door policy and don't mind if you stop by and have conversations with them. I found that many of the girls will leave there doors open so people will talk to them, sometimes we don't just want to study. Sometimes we just want to get to know those we live with because we are in the same house for 16 weeks! The best thing though, in my opinion is being able to design my room with my roommate and see our personalities come together through the decorations we put up in the room!

Academic Rigor

Some classes at Campbellsville are easier than others, and that is going to come naturally given what you as a student are interested in doing. But even with the more difficult classes, if you ask your professor for help, they will always be there to help you. Campbellsville offers many tutors in different subjects so no student will feel the need that they are not going to be able to do their best. Just don't be afraid to speak up and ask for help!

Tips for prospective students

Don't bite off more than you can chew. With that, I am saying that you should do what you want to do but just make sure that you have time to get all of what you want done, done. There is nothing worse than seeing a freshman come into college and trying to take on all of the activities that they did in high school and not being able to give their best. Don't forget, in college you are an adult now, and the different clubs an activities will want more from you. So don't be afraid to put off a few extracurricular activities until next semester when you get a feel for the work environment. And the most important thing is to breathe and take everything one day at a time.

In three sentences

At Campbellsville they ensure that you will Find Your Calling, and the professors will do everything in their power to help you get to that point. But it is all up to you, you have to be willing to put in the work for the professors to go the extra mile for you. Everyone, not just the professors will help you be the best you can be!

CU has a hit when it comes to clubs. There are tons of clubs who are very active in the community and are well organized.

Great for these types of students

Students who want a small town atmosphere. Students who are going into theater, social sciences, or math related careers.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

I have not seen any unusual traditions at CU.

Bang for the buck

I personally feel that CU is a bit pricey for what they offer (you will hit or you will miss, I cannot stress this enough). From what I have experienced, the theater department, the social sciences department, and the math department are excellent, so if you are going into those fields, this college may be a good fit for you. I would be weary of the Ged-Ed courses, as that is where the professors seem to be the most burned out. If you choose your classes right, CU can be a college steal.

What to do for fun

CU sometimes has events, but they are sporadic and small. Campbellsville is a small town, so be prepared to leave town of your definition of fun is more refined than wreaking havoc in Wal-Mart. We have a movie theater, some restaurants, and a little bitty strip mall, but not a lot for the young college crowd to enjoy. The lake may be an option, but even that gets old pretty fast.

Food and Dining

This is hit or miss too. The cafeteria can give gourmet dining a run for its money some nights, and is just plain bad at others. That could just be my personal tastes, however. There is a Tigerville Grille, Papa Johns, Books and Beans, Mini-Starbucks, and a Chick-Fil-A if you want to eat something besides the cafeteria, so at least there is some variety.

Dorm Life

I did not live on campus, so I must go by the tours I attended at this university. The dorms are average sized and I know that there is a woman's village behind some of the academic buildings, but that is all I know.

Academic Rigor

It depends on your teacher. Out of the five I had, three classes were challenging, engaging, and the professors were knowledgeable and helpful. The other two classes were hard, but not for the right reasons. The professors were of little help, gave conflicting instructions, and had abrasive personalities when questioned. While the good classes I had made me work harder than I had in the past, the bad classes I had left me feeling helpless and frustrated. It also does not help that every teacher has a different grading scale, as one class could be on a ten point scale (90-100 is an A, and so on), another could have a point system, and another could grade on another scale entirely.

Tips for prospective students

This college is very hit or miss. If you want a consistent difficulty level and professor performance, I would either choose classes very carefully or look elsewhere. This does not mean that CU is a bad school, but it isn't for everyone.

In three sentences

Hit or miss. Small town atmosphere. Campbellsville University is Baptist.

Anna from Tompkinsville, KY

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

At the begining of the year they will give you a campus security number that you can call at any time. Also there are always campus police riding around or walking close by. I can honestly say I have never felt unsafe at Campbellsville University.

Clubs and Activities

There are many clubs that you can participate in and you do not usually have to be majoring in that clubs category to join.

What to do for fun

There are always activites happening on campus and also a theator and bowling plaza only about 10 minutes away.

Food and Dining

The food in the cafeteria is great but as always it can sometimes get boring, if this happens there are three other places on campus were you can use the tiger bucks that are given to you at the begining of the year.

Dorm Life

Dorm life is great! You have two options, which are stapp and village. I live in the village which is kind of like an apartment. You have a kitchen and livingroom that you share with five other students and a bathroom and room that you only share with your roommate.

Academic Rigor

I love this school for there academic programs because all the programs you can choose from are taught by helpful and patient professors.

In three sentences

I would give Campbellsville University a 9 out of 10. This is a great place to attend and get a good education and also be able to work close with the staff as well as other students. However, it is a little expensive to attend this school but worth every penny.

Billy from Tuscumbia, AL

A small campus with a great security staff helps students to feel safe walking anywhere on campus.

Clubs and Activities

Besides all of the Sport Activies, We also haveDrama, Student Government you name it we have it.

Great for these types of students

Great for students looking for a more personalized college experience. You won't get lost in the crowd at Campbellsville.

What to do for fun

The local movie theater has free movie night and reduce prices for students. The local bowling alley offers the same.

Food and Dining

Cafe offers great choices as well as the Tiger Grill, but we also have a Chick-fil-A, Starbucks and Papa John's on campus. There is also Books N Beans if you are looking just to snack.

Dorm Life

Great oppurtunity to meet and make friends. From apartment style to the traditional dorm rooms make it easy.

Academic Rigor

Small class size makws it possible for your professor to know you name and give one on one teaching when needed. Several Majors to chose from.

Tips for prospective students

Attend LINK for prospective students. It gives you an idea about campus life and courses.

In three sentences

Classes are small enough that you get one on one teaching when needed. A campus that put Christ first and teaches you to apply it in the real world. An abundance of activities that help you to meet and interact with people from around the world.

Felicia from Magnolia, KY

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Campus Safety

Campus safety is fantastic. You should never feel unsafe on campus. They respond fast when you call them and there is always at least 1 officer driving around campus (since it's not that big one is enough).

Greek Life

None.

Clubs and Activities

Not a whole lot, but there are some

Great for these types of students

Everyone, but as it is a Baptist school there are a lot more groups for Christians.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

There are a LOT of activities towards the beginning of the semester, especially fall, testing times, and holidays. One thing that is always popular and crowded is the Snack Attack, at the beginning of the Fall semester, all of the restaurants in the area come out and have a sampling-type ordeal where all the students can their food.

Bang for the buck

The biggest problem with Campbellsville University is that it's very expensive! About 30,000 dollars per year, so you NEED scholarships.

What to do for fun

There's a few options on campus if you like sports (Tennis, Basketball, Soccer, Football, Swimming). There's also a Tiger Den that has Ping Pong, Pool, Video Games, and a few other things. Off-campus there's a bowling alley and a movie theater, and quite a few restaurants.

Food and Dining

The food seems to be decent in the fall semester, but the winter is a little lacking... but there's many restaurants around and there are a few on-campus options, including a Starbucks, Chick-Fil-a and (new this year) a Papa John's and Grill.

Dorm Life

The men have several options for dorms, however the women only have two... and all of them are expensive.

Academic Rigor

The classes are of good-quality with, generally, very caring professors, hard enough to promote learning, but not overwhelmingly hard.

Tips for prospective students

Before choosing Campbellsville be sure that you want a small campus in a medium-small campus--it's not so small that there's not even a Walmart or a movie theater, but it's small enough that the closest mall is an hour away. The music program is very intensive and thorough--but it's also very good. There aren't A LOT of student groups and there aren't any sororities or fraternities.

In three sentences

The professors of Campbellsville university are caring and considerate of students' needs. The other employees (financial aid officers and such) go out of their way to assist students and are always friendly. The campus is small, but very pretty with a variety of students.

Miguel from Orlando, FL

The campus has had not troubles of criminals and it is very safe with security roaming everyday.

Clubs and Activities

Throughout the year they have clubs and activities that people can join and have something to do throughout the week.

Great for these types of students

Its a perfect school for students who want to greater their knowledge on Christ and culture.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The location of the Campus is set to be the Middle of the Kentucky its between two major cities Louisville ad Lexington.

What to do for fun

For fun you either attend a mass, play a sport, study, sit outside, or stay in your dorm playing video games.

Food and Dining

The food and dining is well done and shows what American food is really. All original American food is given in the Dining and as well as keeping it clean it is very kept clean.

Dorm Life

The dorm life is fine. Living on your own is scary but the dorms in Campbellsville have a very strict policy with the opposite sex. Since Campbellsville being a religious school, they sure do their best to keep opposite sex away from each other. In other words the dorm is just meant for you and the people with the same sex, although some nights you need to study and having a study group session is a good idea having one in your dorm with girls isn't allowed as much as having girls come over with a rule book that basically says the girl is only allowed to stand in the middle of your dorm and nothing else can happen. Same go to the girls dorm.

Academic Rigor

The schools has a great variety of teachers who simplify to teach their students what they need to know for their moneys pay. It runs like any college would, in writing grades are determine in essays and in History class grades are determine by test and papers. Being such a small school the ability to run it like a big University is well done. Although class sizes are small the ability to have one on one with your professor is excellent.

Tips for prospective students

A few tips before attending the school, you should either be a religious person who is looking to learn more about Christ and Culture or you could be and Athlete since the school has a wide variety of sports to offer for students. The school is very small and its not like any major University such as UCF or other big schools.

In three sentences

Campbellsville University sets its standards by simplifying who Jesus Christ is and what he's done for us and that you can learn his works as much as getting your degree. The University gives students opportunities to break norms and become a servant leader like Jesus. The school also has a great faculty who commits to teach their students for what they pay for.

Plan to make your own fun of campus and have friends. With limited amount of activities in the town you have to come up with your own ideas.

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Campbellsville is a pleasant small town school. In terms of happiness of most students I would say most are disappointed. The limited amount of things to do in the town of campbellsville is also very disappointing.

There is a circle in front of the library that is built into the ground. That circle is the very center of Kentucky

What to do for fun

There is bowling, movies, a lake. There's campus events that are planned, there are sporting events. There something for everyone.

Tips for prospective students

It definitely is a tougher school but if you give it your best then you will succeed.

In three sentences

Campbellsville is a wonderful school that fits my needs as far as education goes. Although it is pricey, Campbellsville is a very pretty college as well as strong in academics. Campbellsville also has a wonderful ministry outreach.

Destiny from Stanford, KY

Theres lots of things to do, bowling, movie nights, just hanging out making new friends.

Tips for prospective students

Hang in there focus, study hard. It's up to you to complete the goals you have set. Nobody can get you where you need to be but YOU.

In three sentences

I rate Campbellsville University as 10. it's a great school very good professors, They are always willing to help if you need it. My school is all about teaching values, worship, follow our hearts, and to exceed the goals that we have set for our future. Truthfully, I can't see myself being anywhere else. Campbellsville University i where you wanna be.

There is the SAC, which is the student center. It provided a basketball court, video game, pool tables, corn hole, Foosball table, table tennis. Theres an area for outside activies.

Food and Dining

Dinning Hall is amazing, there are many different options on what to eat, meal plans vary for on campus and off campus students. Chic Fil A is also an option, which the school provided each student with 100 dollars to spend there each semester.

Dorm Life

Dorm life is really good, there are a few options. There is Stapp hall which is like a regular dorm, but you can choose to have a single room or with a roommate, and of course the cost varies on which one is chosen. There's the Village which is more like an apartment, 6 people leave in a place together, it has three bathrooms, and three bed rooms, two people per each one. It has a kitchen, and living room area as well.

Academic Rigor

There are many of different options to make sure that the academics are going well, tutors, one on one time with teachers, group studies.

Tips for prospective students

Study hard, get involved in the activities that are available.

In three sentences

Its a great school. Its a small schools, students are able to get a lot of help from their teachers, if needed one on one time is provided as well. The school is focused on making better life's for its students.

Laura from Franklin, KY

We have 24/7 Campus Security Patrol that you see around every corner. You always feel safe!

Greek Life

There is no Greek life on our campus.

Clubs and Activities

Campbellsville offers many clubs and even more activities throughout the year.

Great for these types of students

Any! CU is a very diverse campus.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

Every year during Welcome Week we set a world record! Last year we set the record for the largest game of Red Light Green Light.

Bang for the buck

Campbellsville offers a lot of scholarships however, it being a private school, tuition is expensive.

What to do for fun

Three dollar movie night is my favorite! But we also have game nights and Red Box nights, etc.

Food and Dining

There best meal is chicken tenders however they save those for when important people come to visit.

Dorm Life

Living in the Village, I was spoiled with only sharing a bathroom with one other girl and a house with five other girls. The Residence Directors and Residence Assistants do a great job of keeping the dorms in great condition and helping the residence.

Academic Rigor

Classes are tough but the professors are so nice and caring if you go talk to them if you are having issues they will help you anyway they can.

Tips for prospective students

GO TO CLASS. Some professors are known to drop finals, drop low scores, give extra credit points if you attend so many/all classes, or will count attendance as a grade in the class!

In three sentences

Campbellsville is a great place to learn from professors who actually care about you and your future. You never meet a stranger walking on campus and you feel 100% safe at all hours. This past year at CU has been the best year of my life and I look forward to returning in the fall.

Kelly from Springfield, KY

Security patrols campus 24/7 and will walk any student to their car, dorm or class if a person does not fell safe or comfortable to go alone.

Greek Life

No sororities on are this campus because we are a Baptist University.

Clubs and Activities

The University has over 80 clubs and student Organizations!

Great for these types of students

Student who come from small communities or who are looking for a home away from home with caring staff and Administration.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

During welcome and freshmen week Campbellsville University tires to set a Guenesse Book Record. The school has set records in the past several years including, The Highest Stack of mattresses and the Largest Red-Light_Green_Light Game. The University strives for every student to have helped set 4 World Records while attending.

Bang for the buck

I truely feel and believe that a students will get the Bang for thier buck and Campbellsville University, if they are will to

What to do for fun

Their are College Nights at the local Bowling Alley (Wednesday Nights bowl for $1 a game and $1 shoe rentals) and Movie Theatre (Tuesday Nights $3 a ticket). You can also go to Green River Lake that is 10 minutes from the Campus. Students can also go 2 blocks from campus to the downtown Shops and Boutiques.

Food and Dining

Our dining Hall has the best variation that a school could ask for. There is always a main line with the special of the day, but the cafe also has a salad, sandwich, pizza, breakfast bar, and a Grill bar to choose from. So the options are endless!

Dorm Life

Their are over 1,000 students who live on campus in the non-co-ed dorms. There are many people to get to know and hang out with.

Academic Rigor

Classes are challenging but fun due to the caring staff and their willingness to push every students to become the individual they could have never imagined.

Tips for prospective students

Come visit! It's a very small and friendly campus. You will love the atmosphere!

In three sentences

Campbellsville University is a top notch university because of it Religious roots and determination of the Faculty and Staff to prepare the students for the real world. The caring and friendly faculty and staff are willing to walk every step of the way with students offering advice about paths to take, extra help outside of the classroom, and on life obstacles or trials with self experience and wisdom.

Alena from Burnside, KY

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Academic Rigor

The class sizes at CU are much smaller than your average school so come prepared to attend class (there is an attendance policy). Teachers take time to get to know students--they are not just a number!

In three sentences

CU is a great atmosphere for all students. We have a wide range of majors and minors. We also have a lot to keep a person busy (and out of trouble).

Lauren from Louisville, KY

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Campus Safety

It is a very safe campus. Security is always available to call.

Greek Life

There is none.

Clubs and Activities

BCM, athletics, Honors Club, community service opportunities.

Great for these types of students

Christians, especially hardcore Christians. Conservatives, people who want to be sheltered or stay inside their bubble. It's also good for people who grow up in small towns. I'm from the city and I hated living in a place so rural and small, with nothing to do.

Share any unusual traditions or locations on campus

The swings were my favorite place.

Bang for the buck

The total cost was lower than several comparable schools in the state. But... you also get what you pay for...

What to do for fun

There is a Walmart and a lake... you have to make up your own fun. And this gets very old after only a short time... The town offers very little to do and the university itself is very dead (on the weekends especially). If you like to go out/stay busy, this town and college doesn't offer anything for you in that respect.

Food and Dining

The food was not terrible.... Lunch was usually better than dinner. Choices were sparse on the weekends. There was an entree buffet, a salad bar, a grill, a stir-fry station, pizza station, sandwich station, and cereal and fruit. The dessert bar was always stocked. One of my favorite things about CU was the Blue Bell ice cream. It was awesome! Overall the food was okay--not nasty, but not exactly delicious either.

Dorm Life

Visitation hours for men in womens' dorms was 3-11pm. There are two options for women: the Village and Stapp Hall. I lived in the Village Phase 2. The building was new so it was in good shape, but the noise levels were high. You could hear everything in the house. Also, my room was always really hot because the sun shined in all afternoon and I was in the back (which was technically the front) of the house. My roommate and I shared our own bathroom, but the kitchen only had a fridge, sink, and microwave. I do not know anything about how Stapp or the mens' dorms are.

Academic Rigor

Every class that I had during freshman year was very easy. I did not have to do homework or study very much, and came out with all As. The pace dragged on slowly. I do not feel that I was academically challenged and I wish I had been. I suppose I needed to go to a different school for that....

Tips for prospective students

Choose CAREFULLY!!!! If you have any doubts or complaints about this or any college before you go, make sure you can ignore them or fix them because you will spend the next few years there. But, also don't forget that you can transfer.

In three sentences

Campbellsville University is small, remote, boring, biased, judgmental, not challenging in any way (for me), and not diverse. The classes were easy, but most of the professors were down to earth and kind. When I was there, I could not wait to transfer.

Anonymous

Students who are looking for a friendly, homey atmosphere and who want to have a lot of FUN

Bang for the buck

Totally worth every penny you will spend to go here

What to do for fun

Movies, go to Green River Lake, play sports, go to the Student Activity Center, go to town for shopping

Food and Dining

The food isn't terrible, but it could be better. Steak Night is probably my favorite meal in the Caf :)

Dorm Life

I absolutely LOVE the girls who live on my dorm hall. We're like a big family, and we always have a good time together! It can be annoying having to share space with a roommate, but for the most part it's awesome.

Academic Rigor

The classes I have taken at Campbellsville so far have been challenging at times but easy at others. There has only been one class so far that has been more challenging than the others, but it's not more than I can handle.

Tips for prospective students

Make sure you reach all the deadlines on time for scholarships, enrollment, and housing information, etc. And don't be discouraged if you don't get a certain scholarship-there are TONS of scholarships to apply for at CU-they even give you a scholarship just for being a good student!

In three sentences

I absolutely love being a student at CU. I knew from the moment I first stepped foot on campus that I was going to spend the next four years of my life here. Everyone is so friendly...you will have tons of friends in less than a week!

Casey from Monticello, KY

i went to the free fate training class that lasted 2 days at cu and it was very interesting and fun.

Food and Dining

the food is pretty good at campbellsville university. i ate at chick-fil-a and it was clean and the food was served to you fast.

Academic Rigor

in my opinion, this university keeps me on my toes. it challenges me each week with new assignments, due dates, observations i have to get done, artifacts and lesson plans for my portfolio.

Tips for prospective students

some tips i would give prospective students if they are going into the same major as i am iece at cu then you will need to get prepared for reading textbooks, studying, typing everything, writing reflections on almost everything you do, and going to schools for observations. to even start doing observations you need your tb skin test, background check, and etc to be able to go into the classrooms.

In three sentences

campbellsville university has terrific iece professors that work with you and try their best to get you prepared for teaching. i also learn so much in their iece courses; which, i'm working and studying very hard to achieve this. this college i would rate at a 9 out of 10 because i'm a junior there and i feel like i'm receiving a higher education that i can use for my future.

-If you plan on skipping class for no reason, the attendance policy will make your life miserable. -Academics is rated very high for this school. So plan on working hard in the majority of your classes.

Bang for the buck

Campbellsville, has recently become quite expensive. So if you haven't applied for any scholarships, do so. The Internet has many options available to you.

Am enjoying being here

I enjoy going to my education major classes. Some of the professors, and students tend to be snobby and put off.

Am learning a lot

When a person is taking courses in their intended major, they will definitely learn lots. However, in the gen ed courses, it will all depend on the professor if the student will gain the knowledge intended.

Michaela from Oak Grove, KY

Reviewer is A current student here.

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Great for these types of students

Students who love God, who don't, and who want to love God. Also, this campus is great for students who live in Kentucky and want to experience a small, yet dynamic campus. Students who live and breathe for interactions with foreign students will find a variety of International students ranging from Japan to Brazil and back!

Tips for prospective students

Be sure to visit campus prior to attending the University. Ask your admissions counselor questions that you prepare before meeting with them. Also, if you are seeking a minor or major in Music, understand the requirements for your first two semesters if you are a Performance Grant recipient.

Bang for the buck

Though Campbellsville University is more expensive than most institutions, the tuition and other expenses are worth the Christ-centered, educational environment a student experiences. I found that the higher tuition goes towards resources that students at other colleges have to fund entirely themselves.

Am enjoying being here

The campus is one that strives to create activities for the students to be involved it. This requires the student to be able to search for some gold nugget events that are constantly occurring on campus.

Academic Rigor

The professors at this institution are well educated. The class size ratio is small enough to create an environment of excellent learning. The professors work hard to make sure that every student succeeds to become masters of each subject.

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